Celebrate Pride with rainbow treats and drinks

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Chef Nicholas Bonamico's Rainbow Cake returns to Bouchon Bakery in California, Nevada and New York throughout June. The seven-layer almond cake has layers of apricot and raspberry jams, a dark chocolate glaze and a sparkly dust on top. David Escalante

Astro Doughnuts & Fried Chicken features a Pride Doughnut with multi-colored vanilla glaze available by special order in D.C., L.A., and Falls Church, Va., in June. Proceeds support The DC Center for the LGBT Community. Scott Suchman

In New York City, Monarch Rooftop & Indoor Lounge is hosting a Pride Weekend Party, June 23-24, with special cocktails such as Fly Punch garnished with gummy bears. courtesy of Monarch Rooftop & Indoor Lounge

MAGNUM New York will offer a Pride MAGNUM bar throughout NYC Pride Week (June 18-24). On Wednesday, June 20, the bars will be free with the option of donating to GLAAD in lieu of payment. courtesy of MAGNUM New York

by CHLOE. has crafted rainbow-sprinkle cupcakes, available June 18-24 at all New York City locations and at Sweets by CHLOE. A portion of the proceeds will support the Happy Hippie Foundation. courtesy of by CHLOE.

In Seattle, Pike Brewing Company is offering Pike Pride Ale on draft at The Pike Pub and Tankard & Tun, June 18-24, as well as area bars including Lost Lake Café, Purr and Teku Tavern. The tangerine pale ale dry-hopped with Mosaic supports Gay City with a portion of proceeds. courtesy of Pike Brewing Company

In New York City, The Sosta is donating $3 from each Pride Gelato Sundae for 2, to the Ali Forney Center. The dessert combines three scoops of Fior Di Latte Gelato with rainbow cookies and rainbow sprinkles from Fresco Gelateria with a rainbow cookie from The Awkward Scone and fried spaghetti. courtesy of The Sosta

In New York City, The Meatball Shop’s Chelsea bartender, Alex Alexion, makes the Celestial Yass with blueberries, cucumbers, blueberry syrup, lime juice, Milagro tequila, blue and red sugar, a lime wheel, and rainbow gummy candy. The restaurant is donating $1 from each cocktail to Heritage of Pride. courtesy of The Meatball Shop

In New York City, City Cakes makes the Rainbowdoodle, the Pride version of the Signature Sugardoodle, a cinnamon-sugar dusted sugar cookie. The bakery is donating $1 from these cookies and its One Love Cupcake sales to the NYC AntiViolence Project, nationwide shipping available. courtesy of City Cakes

In San Francisco, Horsefeather named its Latrice Royale after a drag queen on RuPaul's Drag Race. Proceeds from the cocktail (with Spring44 Gin, vodka, Green Chartreuse, house midori, lime and Cassis) will be donated to The SF LGBT Center in June. courtesy of Horsefeather

In Chicago, Cindy’s makes the Miss Vanjie cocktail with Absolut Elyx, Mezcal Union, Campari, rose, pink peppercorn and grapefruit. A percentage of sales is being donated to Center on Halsted in June. AJ Trela

In San Francisco, One Market makes The Harvey Milkshake with Ketel One Family-Made Vodka, house-made vanilla ice cream, strawberry purée and white crème de cacao. In June, $1 from each will be donated to the Richmond Ermet AIDS Foundation (REAF). courtesy of One Market

In Denver, ViewHouse Ballpark will host an after party for the Coors Light Gay Pride Parade on June 17 with summer specials like the Cactus Cooler cocktail combining freshly pressed orange juice, Red Bull and an orange slice. courtesy of ViewHouse

In San Francisco, Galleria Park Hotel hosts Love and Equali-tini (martini) hour every night throughout SF Pride (June 23-24) in the lobby. The themed martini is made with No. 209 Gin, Chambord, pineapple juice and a rainbow sugared rim. courtesy of Joie de Vivre Hotels

In New York City, Norwood is serving the Stand Proud with NOLET’S Silver Gin, chamomile syrup, elderflower, lime juice, grapefruit bitters, an egg white and edible glitter. The private club will donate 5% of the proceeds to GLAAD. courtesy of Norwood

Chef Nicholas Bonamico's Rainbow Cake returns to Bouchon Bakery in California, Nevada and New York throughout June. The seven-layer almond cake has layers of apricot and raspberry jams, a dark chocolate glaze and a sparkly dust on top.(Photo: David Escalante)

June is Pride month with parades and festivities in major cities each weekend, plus food and beverage specials across the country.

Here's a glimpse at the rainbow and glitter sweets and drinks from restaurants, bars and bakeries, including colorful cupcakes, doughnuts, macarons and cocktails. A portion or all proceeds from most specials will be donated to organizations that support the LGBT community.

“At MAGNUM, we believe that there is more pleasure in a diverse world," says Jonathan Jones, senior brand manager of MAGNUM Ice Cream. "In GLAAD, we have found a partner who shares our commitment to inclusivity, equality and acceptance."

Browse the photo gallery above for Pride treats in New York, D.C., and San Francisco, whether for party inspiration or travel plans, and see some of the most LGBT-friendly destinations below.

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Travelzoo named the top LGBTQ-friendly U.S. destinations travelers are going to in June. TravelZoo compiled the list based on April/May search data of the top places travelers have been looking at with data from PFLAG Canada, an advocacy group. PFLAG Canada scores destinations in real time based on LGBTQ laws, rights and social sentiment. New York got a 68 out of 100 rating. John Minchillo, AP

Travelzoo named the top LGBTQ-friendly U.S. destinations travelers are going to in June. TravelZoo compiled the list based on April/May search data of the top places travelers have been looking at with data from PFLAG Canada, an advocacy group. PFLAG Canada scores destinations in real time based on LGBTQ laws, rights and social sentiment. San Francisco got a 69 out of 100 rating. JOHN G. MABANGLO, EPA-EFE

Travelzoo named the top LGBTQ-friendly U.S. destinations travelers are going to in June. TravelZoo compiled the list based on April/May search data of the top places travelers have been looking at with data from PFLAG Canada, an advocacy group. PFLAG Canada scores destinations in real time based on LGBTQ laws, rights and social sentiment. Las Vegas got a 69 out of 100 rating. Isaac Brekken, AP

Travelzoo named the top LGBTQ-friendly U.S. destinations travelers are going to in June. TravelZoo compiled the list based on April/May search data of the top places travelers have been looking at with data from PFLAG Canada, an advocacy group. PFLAG Canada scores destinations in real time based on LGBTQ laws, rights and social sentiment. San Diego got a got a 71 out of 100 rating. Th is the California Tower overlooking Balboa Park. San Diego Museum of Man

Travelzoo named the top LGBTQ-friendly U.S. destinations travelers are going to in June. TravelZoo compiled the list based on April/May search data of the top places travelers have been looking at with data from PFLAG Canada, an advocacy group. PFLAG Canada scores destinations in real time based on LGBTQ laws, rights and social sentiment. Hawaii got a 72 out of 100 rating. This is a view of the Kapalua coastline in Maui. Tor Johnson, AP

Travelzoo named the top LGBTQ-friendly U.S. destinations travelers are going to in June. TravelZoo compiled the list based on April/May search data of the top places travelers have been looking at with data from PFLAG Canada, an advocacy group. PFLAG Canada scores destinations in real time based on LGBTQ laws, rights and social sentiment. Los Angeles got a 72 out of 100 rating. Jasper Colt, USAT

Travelzoo named the top LGBTQ-friendly U.S. destinations travelers are going to in June. TravelZoo compiled the list based on April/May search data of the top places travelers have been looking at with data from PFLAG Canada, an advocacy group. PFLAG Canada scores destinations in real time based on LGBTQ laws, rights and social sentiment. Boston got a 72 out of 100 rating. This is the Massachusetts State House on the Boston Common. CJ GUNTHER, EPA-EFE

Travelzoo named the top LGBTQ-friendly U.S. destinations travelers are going to in June. TravelZoo compiled the list based on April/May search data of the top places travelers have been looking at with data from PFLAG Canada, an advocacy group. PFLAG Canada scores destinations in real time based on LGBTQ laws, rights and social sentiment. Chicago got a 75 out of 100 rating. Kiichiro Sato, AP

Travelzoo named the top LGBTQ-friendly U.S. destinations travelers are going to in June. TravelZoo compiled the list based on April/May search data of the top places travelers have been looking at with data from PFLAG Canada, an advocacy group. PFLAG Canada scores destinations in real time based on LGBTQ laws, rights and social sentiment. Washington, D.C. got a 76 out of 100 rating. Johannes Kroemer, Siemens AG